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BU52 BXG

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 94,115 miles on the clock, averaging 2,347 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for BU52 BXG

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,115
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
2,347

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading94,115 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,185
Average per year2,347
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BU52 BXG 70k76k82k88k94k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage94,115 miles
Since last MOT+2,185 miles
PASS
Mileage91,930 miles
Since last MOT+3,305 miles
PASS
Mileage88,625 miles
Since last MOT+5,194 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,431 miles
Since last MOT+4,738 miles
PASS
Mileage78,693 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
PASS
Mileage78,690 miles
Since last MOT+3,562 miles
PASS
Mileage75,128 miles
Since last MOT+1,188 miles
PASS
Mileage73,940 miles
Since last MOT+3,664 miles
PASS
Mileage70,276 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,276 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 BXG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BU52 BXG

What car is BU52 BXG?

BU52 BXG is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BU52 BXG?

The last recorded mileage for BU52 BXG was 94,115 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU52 BXG passed its MOT?

BU52 BXG has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 21 Dec 2015.

Is BU52 BXG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 BXG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is BU52 BXG?

BU52 BXG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.